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Earwig and the Witch

2021·Movie
1h 23min·PG

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Earwig and the Witch fingerprint

Light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle6
  • Tension5

Heart

Hopeful and wondrous

  • Hopefulness7
  • Wonder7
  • Wholesome6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Absurdist Humor4

World

Fantasy

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Enter a world of magic and music

A headstrong orphan discovers a world of spells and potions while living with a selfish witch.
Studio GhibliYoung WitchMagical WorldOrphan's JourneyWhimsical AdventureFamily-FriendlyComing-of-AgeCharming AnimationJapanese Anime

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Earwig and the Witch

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Earwig and the Witch legally?

Earwig and the Witch is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Earwig and the Witch worth watching?

41
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 42/100 (IMDb 4.7, Rotten Tomatoes 29%, and Metacritic 46). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Earwig and the Witch rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Earwig and the Witch?

1 h 23 min

Earwig and the Witch runs 1 h 23 min.

Is Earwig and the Witch based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Earwig and the Witch?

Critics38
Audiences42

Yes. Critics average 38 and audiences 42 out of 100, so both groups see Earwig and the Witch much the same way.

What language is Earwig and the Witch in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Earwig and the Witch?

131ADAEAGALAOARATAUAZBABBBEBGBH+117

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Earwig and the Witch in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Earwig and the Witch use?

Deconstructed Character ArchetypeOur Demons Are DifferentThe DreadedDefrosting Ice QueenTime SkipPragmatic AdaptationTook a Level in KindnessNoodle ImplementsMuggle in Mage CustodyAdaptational Name ChangeAll Witches Have CatsNoodle Incidentand 38 more

TV Tropes lists 50 storytelling tropes for Earwig and the Witch, including Deconstructed Character Archetype, Our Demons Are Different, The Dreaded.